About Le Boat

Europe's No.1 Boating Holiday Company

Le Boat is a member of the TUI AG group of companies which is the world’s number one integrated tourism business, operating in 180 countries with 31 major source markets and over 30 million customers. For more information visit www.tuigroup.com.

Welcome aboard

As Europe’s No. 1 boating holiday company, our 40+ years of know-how ensures that you’re in good hands with Le Boat.

We know that our continued success depends on giving you the best service, boats and cruising destinations, and we do. We offer the world’s largest fleet of canal boats and the widest choice of beautiful boating holidays in Europe!

Advice and service

We're proud to have an excellent team of professionals at Le Boat!

Our staff are friendly and knowledgeable, and they're dedicated to help you have a perfect holiday. You'll enjoy getting to know the base manager and crew at whichever destination you choose.

High standard boats

Le Boat owns and operates the largest and most stylish fleet of self-drive cruisers on Europe's waterways.

We are the only operator to be heavily investing in the development and modernisation of our fleet and network of bases for the enjoyment of current and future generations.

We have destinations in nine European countries!

With Le Boat, you can plan canal and river boat holidays in some of the world’s most magnificent places. We have a choice of bases in nearly all our canal boating locations. You get the best cruise options anywhere, including plenty of one-way trips so you don’t ever have to retrace your steps!

More boats in our fleet means more choice for you

We work hard to make sure you get the boat you want on the dates you desire. Our fleet selection is huge! There’s a brilliant boat to fit any budget, party size (from 2 to 12 paseengers) and holiday need !

High standards and support

We design and build many of our canal boats, and we professionally maintain all of them to A+ standards. In the unlikely event that a problem does arise, our engineers (mechanics) stand ready to promptly assist you. We also offer a guarantee of customer satisfaction. We pride ourselves on the support and service we give before, during and after your canal boat holidays!

Why book with Le Boat?

It’s really quite simple. You go with the best and you get the best! With our expertise and dedication to customer service, you know your European canal boat holiday is going to meet your every expectation! At Le Boat, we’re ready to serve your every need. Call your holiday planner or book your trip online today!

Le Boat In Ireland

Le Boat in Ireland is known as Emerald Star. If you book outside of Ireland, although your booking will be with Le Boat, when you arrive in Ireland, our bases and boats proudly display our Emerald Star brand. But worry not, you will still receive the same great service that your would get from any of our Le Boat bases elsewhere.